The Brooklyn Lesson: No More Close Games

May 1, 2015; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Atlanta Hawks head coach Mike Budenholzer coaches against the Brooklyn Nets during the second quarter of game six of the first round of the NBA Playoffs at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

Mike Budenholzer, A+

He got everyone off on the right foot. Even during small runs, with the game out of hand or individual mistakes, he was swift with the player exchanges to ensure no hiccups. His mind solely on the purpose of making a statement, he made sure his players attacked, attacked, attacked. Those were the barking orders and he was equally pleased and relieved with how the series ended.

It took time for the Hawks to gel again with the extended breaks towards the end of the regular season, but the players are back to playing Bud’s style…at the best time possible.